Federal Universal Service Support Mechanisms Fund Size Projections for Third Quarter 2026

The Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) submitted the federal Universal Service Support Mechanisms fund size and administrative cost projections for the third quarter of calendar year 2026 (3Q2026). Upon approval of the quarterly funding requirements for the Support Mechanisms, the projected administrative expenses, and the submission of the contribution base amount, the Federal Communications Commission will establish a quarterly contribution factor. USAC will bill USF contributors monthly for their individual obligations based on the approved contribution factor, collect amounts owed from contributors, and distribute funds to eligible recipients. USAC projects a consolidated administrative budget of $65.82 million for 3Q2026. Direct costs for all support mechanisms total $31.84 million. Joint and common costs (including billing, collection, and disbursement activities) total $33.98 million.